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Speech and Language Therapy: Its Potential Role in CAMHS
1Department of Language and Communication Science, City University, London,
Child and Adolescent Mental Health
|August 16, 2020
Summary
Speech and language therapy interventions can positively impact child mental health. This review explores the link between communication skills and behavioral outcomes, informing practice and policy.
Area of Science:
- Child psychology
- Speech-language pathology
- Mental health services
Background:
- Communication skills are intrinsically linked to mental health in children.
- Behavioral difficulties in children may be associated with speech and language impairments.
- Interventions in one domain can influence outcomes in the other.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the implications of speech and language therapy (SLT) interventions for child mental health services.
- To examine the relationship between speech/language development and behavioral difficulties.
- To discuss the practical and policy implications of SLT for child mental health.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of SLT interventions.
- Analysis of the relationship between communication and mental health.
- Discussion of findings for practice and policy.
Main Results:
- Evidence suggests a significant connection between speech and language skills and child mental health.
- SLT interventions show potential for improving behavioral outcomes.
- The review synthesizes findings on the impact of SLT on child mental health.
Conclusions:
- Integrating SLT into child mental health services is recommended.
- Further research is needed to optimize integrated care pathways.
- Policy changes should support the role of SLT in addressing child mental health needs.
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